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Profiles Larry Zolf, a Jewish journalist whose family migrated to Canada in search of greener pastures. Dream of becoming a writer since childhood; Recollection of encounters with celebrities; Achievement of success with the publication of Zolf's first novel.

Profiles Canadian geneticist and radio broadcaster David Suzuki. Opinions on off-shore oil spills and on the western concept of progress; Purpose of his newspaper columns; Contributions in genetics; Family background; Highlight of Suzuki's academic life; Career history in the broadcasting field; Marriage life; Contributions in Canadian environmentalism; Establishment of a foundation for environmental survival.

Profiles writer, Heather Robertson. Opinionated character; Career as fiction writer; Family background.

Profiles Canadian writer Paul Quarrington. Career history; Education; Authors who influenced Quarrington's writings; Sources of inspiration for Quarrington's writings.

Profiles Jean Little, a visually handicapped author of children's books. Technology used to write books; Educational attainment; Family background; Career history; Achievements and awards.

Highlights the development of literary criticism in the 'Books in Canada' periodical from 1971 to 1986. Response to author Mordecai Richler's dismissal of the efforts of the periodical; Look into the styles used by the critics; Reactions from authors.

Focuses on an electronic literary magazine called 'Swift Current,' which was founded by Frank Davey and Fred Wah. Popularity of poetry in the magazine; Davey's belief that there are more poets using computers than there are fiction writers; Annual fee charged to users.

Features the ten best Canadian writers under 45 years of age who were cited by the Canadian Book Information Center. Presentation of the winners in Toronto; Inspiration behind the award for writers under 45 years of age; Well-known writers who composed the panel of judges.